Review: HAROLD AND MAUDE at The Community Players
by Jay Pateakos - February 16, 2026
The Pawtucket-based Community Players continued their record-breaking 104th season with the dark humored but stunningly still relevant 'Harold and Maude'.
by Jay Pateakos - February 16, 2026
The Pawtucket-based Community Players continued their record-breaking 104th season with the dark humored but stunningly still relevant 'Harold and Maude'.
Oversoul Theatre Collective Relaunches Griot’s Corner Workshop in New Bedford
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2026
Oversoul Theatre Collective, Inc. is reintroducing a community-driven performance workshop in New Bedford, MA, aimed at fostering Black and Brown narratives through theater. The workshop, in collaboration with 3rd Eye Unlimited, began on February 10 and continues to accept new members. This initiative builds on the historic legacy of the New African Company, New England's oldest professional Black theater company.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2026
Oversoul Theatre Collective, Inc. is reintroducing a community-driven performance workshop in New Bedford, MA, aimed at fostering Black and Brown narratives through theater. The workshop, in collaboration with 3rd Eye Unlimited, began on February 10 and continues to accept new members. This initiative builds on the historic legacy of the New African Company, New England's oldest professional Black theater company.
Burbage Theatre Co to Hold Auditions for MEASURE FOR MEASURE
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2026
Burbage Theatre Co will hold auditions for their production of Shakespeare's Measure for Measure, directed by Jeff Church in Pawtucket, RI.
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2026
Burbage Theatre Co will hold auditions for their production of Shakespeare's Measure for Measure, directed by Jeff Church in Pawtucket, RI.
Tickets on Sale for Arts Alive!’s Pre-Professional INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for Arts Alive!'s 2026 Pre-Professional production of Into the Woods, performing March 13-15 at the Barrington Middle School Auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for Arts Alive!'s 2026 Pre-Professional production of Into the Woods, performing March 13-15 at the Barrington Middle School Auditorium.
Ocean State Star Awards to Showcase High School Musical Talent
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2025/2026 Ocean State Star Awards (OSSA) Showcase, which will take place on Sunday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. on the PPAC stage.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2025/2026 Ocean State Star Awards (OSSA) Showcase, which will take place on Sunday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. on the PPAC stage.
Review: The Roommate at Trinity Rep
by Andria Tieman - February 04, 2026
Jen Silverman’s The Roommate is a tight two-hander about two empty-nesters who move in together due to economic necessity (and other, spoilery reasons), and end up in a situation neither could have predicted. The Odd Couple + The Golden Girls seems like the obvious sources of inspiration here, but this play takes a hard pivot that is both surprising and hilarious. Under the expert direction of Curt Columbus–his last show as Artistic Director, the pace is quick and the laughs are abundant.
by Andria Tieman - February 04, 2026
Jen Silverman’s The Roommate is a tight two-hander about two empty-nesters who move in together due to economic necessity (and other, spoilery reasons), and end up in a situation neither could have predicted. The Odd Couple + The Golden Girls seems like the obvious sources of inspiration here, but this play takes a hard pivot that is both surprising and hilarious. Under the expert direction of Curt Columbus–his last show as Artistic Director, the pace is quick and the laughs are abundant.
Ballet Rhode Island to Debut MADE ON HOPE and GWENDOLYN GOES HOLLYWOOD
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2026
Ballet Rhode Island will present two new productions, Made on Hope, and Gwendolyn Goes Hollywood, featuring local choreographers and a children's ballet at their Black Box Theatre in Providence.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2026
Ballet Rhode Island will present two new productions, Made on Hope, and Gwendolyn Goes Hollywood, featuring local choreographers and a children's ballet at their Black Box Theatre in Providence.
Review: THT REP'S SHARP, SHIMMERING MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
by John McDaid - February 01, 2026
THT REP'S SHARP, SHIMMERING MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM. The Hanover Theatre Repertory reimagines Shakespeare in an ‘80s nightclub — and delivers real magic
by John McDaid - February 01, 2026
THT REP'S SHARP, SHIMMERING MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM. The Hanover Theatre Repertory reimagines Shakespeare in an ‘80s nightclub — and delivers real magic
Review: SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Jay Pateakos - February 01, 2026
What did our critic think of SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS at Wilbur Theatre Group?
by Jay Pateakos - February 01, 2026
What did our critic think of SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS at Wilbur Theatre Group?
Gamm Theatre to Stage Henrik Ibsen's Classic GHOSTS
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
The Gamm will present Henrik Iben's Ghosts in a new adaptation by Gamm Artistic Director Tony Estrella. The playwright's vivid and perhaps most controversial play explores the long-term consequences of keeping secrets and concealing painful truths
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
The Gamm will present Henrik Iben's Ghosts in a new adaptation by Gamm Artistic Director Tony Estrella. The playwright's vivid and perhaps most controversial play explores the long-term consequences of keeping secrets and concealing painful truths
PPAC Opens Registration for Summer Musical Theatre Intensives
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
Registration is now open for The Providence Performing Arts Center's 2026 summer musical theatre intensives. How To Be A Part of the Cast: Cast members must apply for admission into the program. An audition or recording may be requested.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
Registration is now open for The Providence Performing Arts Center's 2026 summer musical theatre intensives. How To Be A Part of the Cast: Cast members must apply for admission into the program. An audition or recording may be requested.
Photos: SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS At Wilbury Theatre Group
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
Wilbury Theatre Group is presenting the professional Rhode Island premiere of Small Mouth Sounds by Drama Desk Award Winner Bess Wohl, directed by Tanya Martin. See photos!
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
Wilbury Theatre Group is presenting the professional Rhode Island premiere of Small Mouth Sounds by Drama Desk Award Winner Bess Wohl, directed by Tanya Martin. See photos!
PORTRAITS IN SONG At Rhode Island College's Sapinsley Hall Ticket Registration Open
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Join GRAMMY-winning baritone Will Liverman, soprano Kiera Duffy, and pianist Judith Lynn Stillman for 'Portraits in Song,' a free recital at Rhode Island College on March 1.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Join GRAMMY-winning baritone Will Liverman, soprano Kiera Duffy, and pianist Judith Lynn Stillman for 'Portraits in Song,' a free recital at Rhode Island College on March 1.
Review: ANTHROPOLOGY at The Players At Barker Playhouse
by Christopher Verleger - January 26, 2026
Lauren Gunderson’s fascinating play, ‘anthropology,’ presented by The Players at Barker Playhouse, is foremost a drama with plenty of humor and social commentary that examines the arguable benefits of AI and whether ultimately it does more harm than good.
by Christopher Verleger - January 26, 2026
Lauren Gunderson’s fascinating play, ‘anthropology,’ presented by The Players at Barker Playhouse, is foremost a drama with plenty of humor and social commentary that examines the arguable benefits of AI and whether ultimately it does more harm than good.
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH DAVID FOSTER AND KATHERINE MCPHEE Cancelled at PPAC
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2026
Due to unforeseen circumstances, An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has been cancelled.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2026
Due to unforeseen circumstances, An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has been cancelled.
The Community Players to Continue 104th Season With HAROLD AND MAUDE
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2026
Rhode Island's oldest community theater, The Community Players, currently celebrating its 104th season, will continue this year's theme “From Screen to Stage” with the dark comedy Harold and Maude.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2026
Rhode Island's oldest community theater, The Community Players, currently celebrating its 104th season, will continue this year's theme “From Screen to Stage” with the dark comedy Harold and Maude.
Review: THE MEMORY OF WATER at Burbage Theatre Company
by Christopher Verleger - January 21, 2026
That loaded question—which speaks volumes—is posed by Mary, the middle sister who has returned home for her mother’s funeral in Shelagh Stephenson’s powerful albeit flawed drama, ‘The Memory of Water,’ now at Burbage Theatre Company.
by Christopher Verleger - January 21, 2026
That loaded question—which speaks volumes—is posed by Mary, the middle sister who has returned home for her mother’s funeral in Shelagh Stephenson’s powerful albeit flawed drama, ‘The Memory of Water,’ now at Burbage Theatre Company.
Review: SUFFS at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Andria Tieman - January 21, 2026
White Women in the United States didn’t earn the right to vote until 1920, and Black women weren’t allowed to vote until 1965. This shocking history and the effort it took for women to secure these rights is something many of us didn’t learn in school, but thankfully the musical Suffs is here to fill in those gaps, along with some fantastic songs and affecting moments.
by Andria Tieman - January 21, 2026
White Women in the United States didn’t earn the right to vote until 1920, and Black women weren’t allowed to vote until 1965. This shocking history and the effort it took for women to secure these rights is something many of us didn’t learn in school, but thankfully the musical Suffs is here to fill in those gaps, along with some fantastic songs and affecting moments.
SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Opens at Little Theatre of Fall River
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The Little Theatre of Fall River will present SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, opening this Thursday. Directed by Aaron Gendreau-Visco, the production features music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The Little Theatre of Fall River will present SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, opening this Thursday. Directed by Aaron Gendreau-Visco, the production features music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine.
Contemporary Theater Company to Stage WHODUNIT? An Improvised Murder Mystery
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The Contemporary Theater Company will present WHODUNIT? An Improvised Murder Mystery, starting January 31, with performances every Saturday through March 28.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2026
The Contemporary Theater Company will present WHODUNIT? An Improvised Murder Mystery, starting January 31, with performances every Saturday through March 28.
Review: CLUE LIVE ON STAGE! at Providence Performing Arts Center
by Christopher Verleger - January 17, 2026
What did our critic think of CLUE LIVE ON STAGE! by the Providence Performing Arts Center, based on the beloved board game which inspired the 1985 movie, Clue, starring Tim Curry and Madeline Kahn.
by Christopher Verleger - January 17, 2026
What did our critic think of CLUE LIVE ON STAGE! by the Providence Performing Arts Center, based on the beloved board game which inspired the 1985 movie, Clue, starring Tim Curry and Madeline Kahn.
Reverie Theatre Group to Present DUELING STEPHENS: SCHWARTZ VS SONDHEIM, A Musical Theatre Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2026
Reverie Theatre Group is presenting what it calls the greatest battle in musical theatre: the battle of the Stephens, in Dueling Stephens: Schwartz vs Sondheim.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2026
Reverie Theatre Group is presenting what it calls the greatest battle in musical theatre: the battle of the Stephens, in Dueling Stephens: Schwartz vs Sondheim.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards
by BWW Awards - January 16, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - January 16, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Wilbury Theatre Group To Present SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS Rhode Island Premiere
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2026
Wilbury Theatre Group will present the Rhode Island premiere of SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS, directed by Tanya Martin and written by Bess Wohl. The production, featuring a talented cast and creative team, will run from January 29 to February 15, 2026. This play explores the human need for connection through a silent retreat, blending humor with profound themes.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2026
Wilbury Theatre Group will present the Rhode Island premiere of SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS, directed by Tanya Martin and written by Bess Wohl. The production, featuring a talented cast and creative team, will run from January 29 to February 15, 2026. This play explores the human need for connection through a silent retreat, blending humor with profound themes.
Review: EUREKA DAY at The Gamm Theatre
by Christopher Verleger - January 14, 2026
The Gamm Theatre welcomes the new year with its compelling, timely production of Jonathan Spector’s insightful, thought-provoking dramatic comedy, “Eureka Day,” that carefully and amusingly examines such hot button issues as inclusion, wokeness, progressive politics, and public health safety.
by Christopher Verleger - January 14, 2026
The Gamm Theatre welcomes the new year with its compelling, timely production of Jonathan Spector’s insightful, thought-provoking dramatic comedy, “Eureka Day,” that carefully and amusingly examines such hot button issues as inclusion, wokeness, progressive politics, and public health safety.
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Into the Woods
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Private Lives
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Made on Hope
Ballet RI Black Box Theater (2/7 - 2/20) | |
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Bell, Book and Candle
The Arctic Playhouse (8/27 - 9/13) | |
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A Christmas Carol
The Arctic Playhouse (12/3 - 12/20) | |
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Bell, Book and Candle
The Arctic Playhouse (8/27 - 9/13) | |
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Next to Normal
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